The Uncommon Appeal of Clouds Audiobook

" This is my least favorite of his series, but I still enjoy spending some time in Edinburgh with these characters. "

" As always Alexander McCall Smith welcomes you into Isabel's world and it feels like sinking into a warm, relaxing bath. While Isabel questions her motives for doing things and asks if her actions or thoughts are morally or ethically sound, she also takes human pleasure in taking a little dig at those who have crossed her or displeased her in some way. She openly owns to finding certain people irritating or annoying but will always rationalise and often excuse their behaviour. She leads a comfortable existence but is aware of it and she reminds us and herself to take notice of and pleasure in the simple things in life. "

" I listen to AMS on audio and I just love Davina Porter's voice. Any trace of Edinburgh makes me have a happy day. "

" Like all in this series...I loved it! "

" I just love all Alexnder Mccall Smith books, and this certainly did not disappoint. "

" I love Isabel - I love the way these books bring up deep issues in a quiet way - interesting to have her thinking more in this book about how the wealth she has was acquired "

" The Dalhousie books are all relatively quick and enjoyable reads. I like the trains of thought the main character goes on, though the plots of these books leave a bit to be desired. "

" One of my favorite authors. I read everything by him. "

" another stellar book from one of my favorites. "

" Absolutely love Isabel. This one left me a little unhappy. Ending was too open ended and unsatisfying. "

" The mystery of the stolen painting is interesting. Its ambiguity adds realism. The story is more serious and reflective, lacking some of the author's characteristic subtle humor. "

" While the plot was a bit thin, the philosophy was enjoyable as ever. The biggest drawback to a McCall Smith book is that it's over too soon! "

" Reading Alexander McCall Smith is like relaxing with a good friend. Wonderful for middle-of-the-night reading! "

" The book was balm for my never-ending bout of flu....unfortunately the flu outlasted the book and now I can't find anything else to read so curative. Bummer. "

" Too simplistically formulaic. A thin veneer of character development compared to his other books. "

" Isabel's life progresses in this book but not in a way McCall Smith usually uses. This time the mystery Isabel helps with takes on the vast majority of the story line. While there are references to Charlie, Jamie and others they are very minor in this story. "

" Another installment in the life of Isabel, Jamie & Charlie along with a mysterious Art theft caper for Isabel solve. Still loving the series. "

" I think Isabel is lightening up a bit finally. "

" I would love to spend some time with Isabel, we could drift and reconnect over and over. "

" light mindless and cheerful "

" Not as enjoyable as other books in this series "